All Trips > Utah > Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend Book Your Moab & Arches Trip AT A GLANCE Utah 10 Explorer Chicks Shared House Hiking, National Park, US-Based, Weekend 4 Days 3 - Active Physical demand level for this trip Moab Booty Buster Photos Itinerary Logistics Activity Level What's Included Book Your Moab & Arches Trip Share Moab Booty Buster Bust your booty on the best trails in Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. We squeeze a week of activity into a long weekend on this 4 day women’s hiking trip to Moab, Utah. Your weekend has been carefully curated and âin the fieldâ tested by your Explorer Chick team! Weâve spent YEARS playing in this outdoor mecca in the desert. Youâll squeeze in some serious ground over the course of a long weekend working on those hiker booty gains. Explore six arches in one hiking trail to discover the namesake of Arches National Park. Witness the power of wind as you trek among iconic red rock formations where over 2,000 arches have been documented. Descend down layers of red, pink, brown, and white sandstone to enjoy a well-earned lunch on the White Rim of the Colorado River. Wander through red rock slot canyons, among sandstone hoodoos, and across wind-eroded plains in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. Feel like youâre on a desert planet as you admire the vast and desolately beautiful landscapes. Catch an unforgettable sunrise at Deadhorse Point State Park as you sip your coffee and munch on your breakfast. Next, gear up and hit the trail in Canyonlands to conquer the steepest trail in the park. (Youâve got this!) You better believe we wouldnât let you miss this! Your reward after a brief hike? One of the most famous geological structures in the world. Gaze in awe at some of Mama Natureâs best work before taking your turn to pose in the photo op sweet spot. Every day, expect to be challenged by a new trail, and a new horizon, and new friends. Your thighs will sing every day as you walk a new hiking trail, admire a new desert horizon, and conquer a new national park! Your heart will swoon every night as you kick off your dusty hiking boots, share bad jokes, and enjoy fresh-made meals in the Explorer Chick lodging. Weâll enjoy the occasional meal out and even squeeze in some time for you to meander and shop in the funky town of Moab. Your weekend of epic Moab hikes begins with an easy rendezvous at a Salt Lake City airport hotelâwe take care of all the transportation from there! (Phew, did we mention this is all going down in four days?!) Photos Itinerary Expand All Days Day 1 - Arches National Park Your day begins at 7:00am at our Rendezvous Hotel located in Salt Lake City, UT. Be sure to eat a hearty breakfast before meeting up with the group. Youâll be greeted by your Explorer Chick Guides in the morning with an official orientation to follow. Weâll then hop into our Explorer Chick Private Transport for our 4 hour transfer to Moab and the surrounding National Parks. We wonât waste any time today as throw on our daypacks and hit the trails in Arches National Park. Youâll wander your way between red sandstone walls and up massive rock formations seeking out the some of the 2,000 arches in Arches National Park. Youâll look up in awe at the longest arch in the United States, stand under picture perfect arches eroded through time by wind, and soak in your first taste of the Utah Desert Sun. Weâll unpack at our Explorer Chick House for the next 4 days with views of the rocky mesas and red desert right out our windows. Distance: 5 miles Elevation Gain: 1,069â Time: 3 â 3.5 hours Accommodation: Explorer Chick House Meals: L-D Day 2 - Canyonlands National Park: Needles District After a hearty breakfast, weâll lace up our hiking boots and begin our weekend of Moab hikes by exploring one of Explorer Chickâs favorite trails in Canyonlands National Park. (Hint: You wonât find it listed as a âbestâ online!) Weâll navigate portions of desert slick rock where the trail is only marked by scattered cairns. Weâll hike among towering sandstone pillars that jut straight out of the ground. Weâll squeeze through a labyrinth of narrow slot canyons to view desert landscapes that seem to belong on a different planet. Weâll bask in the sun while eating our trail lunch with panoramic views. Along the trail keep your eyes peeled for hidden caves, lizards, pre-historic fossils, and your desert glamour shot. On the way back to our Explorer Chick House, weâll make a stop at one of the best preserved petroglyph sites in Utah. Hundreds of petroglyphs puzzle historians as they attempt to decipher stories from centuries ago. Distance: 11.6 miles Elevation Gain: 1,935âČ Time: 6-7 hours Accommodation: Explorer Chick House Meals: B-L-D Day 3 - Deadhorse and Canyonlands: Island in the Sky Weâll have an extra early morning today, but itâll be worth it as you view the sunrise from the edge of Dead Horse Point State Park. Munch on your breakfast and sip your coffee as the sun paints her colors across the sky. After an unforgettable sunrise, weâll head over to Canyonlands National Park to tackle the steepest trail in the park. Weâll descend over 1,500 feet in 2.7 miles to the canyon plateau below where weâll be greeted by the best lunch spot in the park. Chances are, weâll be the only ones around. A challenging hike back to the canyon rim will take us up the switchbacks along the cliffside working those calves and earning our dinner! After a triumphant finish, weâll hop back in our van and stop at the best vista viewpoints that the park has to offer. Sweaty, dirty, glamour shots are the best proof of a day well-spent! Hiking Distance: 4.8 miles Elevation Gain: 1,548âČ Time: 4-5 hours Accommodation: Explorer Chick House Meals: B-L-D Day 4 - Delicate Arch Hike Weâre saving the most iconic hike for last â Delicate Arch. This picturesque formation has graced Utah license plates since 1996, the Olympic Relay Torch passed under it in 2002, and now you will have the opportunity to stand under the prominent Delicate Arch to snap your glamor shot. After our final hike, weâll pack up and say goodbye to the desert as we drive the 4 hours back to Salt Lake City. The memories and red desert dirt on your hiking boots will stay with you for months after you return home. Plan evening flight departures after 8pm. Hiking Distance: 2.9 miles Elevation Gain: 600âČ Time: 1.5 hours Meals: B-L Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour director as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, availability, or other unforeseen incidents. Explorer Chick is an approved and permitted Commercial Operator for Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Logistics What to Pack Check out our recommended hiking gear for all trips. You’ll receive a complete packing list in your Travel Guide upon booking; note that trips may require additional specialized items. Arrival Airport City: Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) Pick Up Location: Rendezvous Hotel Meeting Time: 7am on Day 1 Departure Airport City: Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) Drop Off Location: Rendezvous Hotel Return Time: 5pm. Fly out after 8pm on Day 4 You will receive a Travel Guide with all the rendezvous hotel, packing, and additional information youâll need to prepare for your epic trip. We require a minimum of 5 Explorer Chicks for this trip. Please confirm your trip is guaranteed before booking airfare. Activity Level Rated 3 – ACTIVE This trip is rated Active because of the length and frequency of hiking for all 4 days as detailed below. Daily Hikes: Day 1: Devils Garden. 5 miles. 300’Gain. Sand and light scrambling. Day 2: Chesler Park/Joint Trail. 11.6 miles. 1,935â gain. Day 3: Gooseberry. 4.2 miles. 1,500′ gain. Steep. Challenging if fear of heights. Day 4: Delicate Arch. 2.9 miles. 900′ gain. Please consider your ability to meet the physical demands very seriously. It is for the safety of both you and our group. All Explorer Chicks will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Physical Demands as part of their waiver upon booking. Read more about our Activity Levels. What's Included Lodging 4 days/3 nights in a shared house near Moab, UT. Shared 2 Explorer Chicks per room. Each Explorer Chick will have her own king, queen, double, twin, or bunk bed. Beds selected at random. Equipped with laundry machines. Activities Entrance and commercial permit fees to all National Parks and public lands All activities as outlined in the itinerary Meals All meals as indicated in itinerary: B-3, L-4, D-3 Gratuities for included meals. Practical Professional leadership team with 2 Explorer Chick Guides A detailed Travel Guide with everything you need to know for your trip The freedom to enjoy your vacation and mindlessly wander! Not Included Rendezvous or Departure hotels Airfare Airport Transportation Alcoholic beverages Travel Insurance Meals exclusive of itineraries Costs for additional activities Gratuity for your Explorer Chick Guides (read our tipping guidelines here) Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour director as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, or other unforeseen incidents. More from Moab Ten wild-hearted women, one epic Moab adventure. đ”âšFrom the moment we hit Canyonlands, the wind tried to steal our hats (literally over the cliffâbut we got it back!) and our breath as we hiked those rocky trails like pros. đ€We nailed handstands (with a little expert help), chased waterfalls in the desert, and held on tight as our 4x4s conquered cliffs like champions. Just when we thought it couldnât get better, the sun dipped behind Delicate Arch, painting the sky in colors weâll never forget. đ Oh, and rappelling down a 130-foot cliff? Yep, we did that too. đ§ââïžMoab, you gave us thrills, chills, and memories weâll be bragging about for ages. Until next time, we already miss you! â€ïžP.S. If youâre looking for a NYE date, weâve got 4 spots left on our New Yearâs Moab tripâthe absolute best way to start 2025! đ Comment âNYEâ and Iâll send you the link! #explorerchickmoab #moabutah #womenwhohike #womenwhotravel #grouptrips #moab #moabnationalpark #hikemoab 91 1 Open 91 1 We had an All-Star team of inspired and inspiring ladies for the last Moab trip of the spring season. Everybody showed up looking for a reset from their individually busy lives and, led by a geologist-philosopher and a wilderness-therapist-rainmaker, by the end of the four hour van ride on day one, everybody had offered deep personal revelations spanning motherhood to divorce to widowhood. The trip was a reminder that we are all going through something and that women rise and thrive when they get to open up to other women. The summer heat slowed our roll on most of the hikes but we made the most of our time in the shade, asking each other lots of questions and sharing hard-earned insights from every stage and walk of life. It wasnât all seriousâwe all joined in some epic singalongs in the ShenaniVan, with âI Feel Like A Natural Womanâ bringing out even the shyest voices in the group. The sound of nine ladies belting their hearts out to Aretha Franklin might be my favorite guiding experience yet.âđExplorer Chick Maryâs Recap of the last Moab Trip of the season.Catch you in Moab again this fall!#explorerchickmoab #archesnationalpark #canyonlands #solofemaletraveler #hikingtrip 116 2 Open 116 2 đInside peek at our Moab Hiking & National Parks TripđŹComment âMOABâ to get the itinerary.đ„AND get 10% OFF when you book by June 2nd! Spots are filling up fast.#Moab #ExplorerChickMoab #Arches #canyonlands #solofemaletravel #adventuretravel #dayinmylife 37 6 Open 37 6 âI came home from the Moab trip with an empowerment afterglow that would scare both bears and menâŠđŹPer usual, I was worried I would be problematic, holding back the group, dragging everyone behind, and causing the rest of the group to mumble under their breath about this woman who âshouldnât be here.â đȘIn my terror, I trained by walking two miles five days a week with ankle weights. While I am relieved I trained (it came in REAL handy) I couldnât have been more wrong about group dynamics.đOur guides, Christina and Katie, created a sense of camaraderie among us, and supported each of us in incredible ways that produced an experience that I suspect will not be forgotten by any of us.đ”đŒOur group included women in their 30âs to âalmost* 70 and all body types. We laughed and snorted and sang and encouraged and overcame and we all probably thought we were going to die at one point or another- BUT WE DIDNâT. If you are considering travel with Explorer Chick, just do it.â -AdeliaReady for an empowerment afterglow thatâll scare bears and men?đLink in bio to save your spot for Moab:đïžMay 30-June2đïžSept 26-29đïžOct (3-6), (10-13)đïžOct 21-Nov 3đïž Nov (7-10), (14-17), (21-24)đïžDec 29 - Jan 1#ExplorerChickMoab #Moab #ArchesNationalPark #CanyonlandsNationalPark #womenempowerment 94 10 Open 94 10 8 Explorer Chicks just returned from an unforgettable Moab adventure!đThey ditched adulting for four days to soak up the desert sun, marvel at breathtaking red rock vistas, and enjoy the sweet, sweet luxury of having EVERYTHING sorted!đ„ŸThey hiked their hearts out! From Arches National Park, where they explored the majestic Landscape Arch and iconic Delicate Arch, to Canyonlandsâ, where they braved the challenging Gooseberry Trail and reveled in the rewarding Chesler Park hike.đThis trip was pure bliss! They were treated to gourmet breakfasts while watching the sunrise at Deadhorse Point State Park (talk about a way to start the day!), had breathtaking surprise stargazing sessions, and forged deep connections with a girl gang they never knew they needed.𧥠They returned from Moab rejuvenated, connected, and bursting with desert wanderlust. Ready to take on the world anew, fueled by the magic of adventure and sisterhood.Ready for an adventure that fills your cup up? We have room for you on our Moab trips this spring:đMay 2 - 5đMay 30 - June 2đLink in bio to save your spot!#Moab #ExplorerChickMoab #ExplorerChick #EasydoesntChangeYou #ArchesNationalPark #Canyonlands #Womenover40 #solofemaletravel 108 7 Open 108 7 đEver scroll through Instagram and see amazing women on epic adventures, and a tiny voice whispers, âMaybe someday?âThis 4 day Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend is the perfect adventure to get started.đ„ŸYouâll hike the best trails in Arches National Park, with supportive guides by your side. Think towering red rocks, standing under the iconic Delicate Arch, and new besties cheering you on. đForget crowded tourist spots! Youâre venturing into the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park to explore rock scrambles and slot canyons thatâll make you feel like a real explorer. đłDitch those sad desk lunches! Your awesome Explorer Chick guides will whip up gourmet breakfasts and lunches to keep you energized for epic hikes. đ Sunrises That Steal Your Breath Away: Hot coffee in hand, you witness the sunrise at Deadhorse State Park as the sky explodes with a million colors. This is a memory youâll cherish forever.â A 100% Stress-Free Escape! You just show up, lace up your boots, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure.Ready to stop waiting for âsomedayâ to turn your dream into a reality?đŹComment âMoabâ and Iâll send you the trip deets!đMay 2 - 5đMay 30 - June 2đSept 26 - 29đOct 3-6đOct 31 - Nov 3đNov (7-10), (14-17), (21-24)đDec 29 - Jan 1#ExplorerChickMoab #Moab #ArchesNationalPark #Canyonlands #hikingtrip #Solofemaletravel #ExplorerChick 142 17 Open 142 17 âYou donât have to lift a finger, just your feet.â - Explorer Chick MonikađThis trip is all about you.When was the last time someone else took care of YOU?Your expert guides will cater to your every need and even throw in some sneaky surprises along the way.đâNo planning, cooking, organizing excursions, or even driving for you. We got you covered, sis! âI explored Arches and Canyonlands National Parks solo with 6 other women and two fabulous guides, Katie and Kayla. I felt immediately comfortable with our group and found it very rewarding and retreat like. We hiked, we karaoke, we laughed, and we did the challenging things; it was so worth it.This company makes great lady adventures, you will not regret this trip. Loved it!â - MonikaJoin the fun in Moab:đMay 2 - 4đMay 30 - June 2đOct 31 - Nov 3đNov (7-10) (14 - 17) (21 - 24)đDec 29 - Jan 1đLink in bio to save your spot#ExplorerChickMoab #Womentraveling #Arches #Canyonlands #solotravel #hikinggroup 138 1 Open 138 1 đŁThereâs still room for you to join our Moab adventure from February 29 to March 3.đ„ŸExplore Arches National ParkđHike your way through Canyonlands National ParkđSoak up the charm of Moabâs quaint townâïžSunrise breakfast at Dead Horse State Parkđ Cozy condo with a relaxing hot tubâ Meals, park fees, and transportation while on tour are included!âïžAnd the best part? No need to stress about planning or details. Just pack your bag and meet us in Salt Lake City.đŹComment âMoab,â and Iâll send you all the trip info!#Explorerchickmoab #Explorerchick #Easydoesntchangeyou #beautahful #moabutah #utahhiking #utahoutdoors 76 6 Open 76 6 đ€ So what exactly is a Slot Canyon?đTheyâre narrow, towering canyons, taller and deeper than they are wide. Over time, rushing water and flash floods carve narrow, winding passages through soft rock, often sandstone.đŹ Are they safe? Yes! With proper prep, gear, knowledge, and guides. Always check the local weather and flash flood risks before entering.đ„Ÿ Slots are a blast to navigate! Crawl, rappel, and slide through a maze of rock passages.đ Slot canyons are a visual masterpiece! Light streams down, dancing in vibrant hues on the striped rock walls. Mesmerizing patterns unveil a breathtaking canvas of colors. (Perfect photogenic backgrounds for your new profile pic! đž)Discover the magic of slot canyons on these trips:âïž Moab Hiking & National Parks: Explore a slot canyon in Canyonlandsâïž Moab Multisport: Rappel down a thrilling slot canyonâïž Zion & Bryce Hiking & Glamping: Descend a slot canyon and hike the Narrowsâïž Utah National Parks Road Trip: Traverse some of the narrowest & most amazing canyons in the world!âïž Jordan: Climb waterfalls in a slot canyon that leads to the Dead Sea!đŹ Have you explored a slot canyon? Share it in the comments!#Explorerchick #Slotcanyon #Explorerchickutah #beautahful #utahhiking #ExplorerChickMoab #Explorerchickzion 123 5 Open 123 5 âđThe best part of the trip was not having to worry about any of the logistics and just focusing on having fun.Every day was incredibly organized and packed with adventure. Our guides were knowledgeable, fun, and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable, well hydrated and well fed. They were also incredibly supportive for all skill levels, giving different options and levels of adventure so everyone would have a great experience.Explorer Chick was a great way to go on a travel adventure with other strong women.â - Explorer Chick ShainađA carefree adventure where you donât have to worry bout a thang? Weâre all in!Come join the fun this spring in Moab. âïžJust land in Salt Lake City, and weâll take it from there!đFeb 29 - March 3đMarch 7 - 10đApril (11 - 14) (18 - 21)đŹComment Moab below and Iâll send you all the deets!#ExplorerChickMoab #Solotravel #ExplorerChick #ArchesNationalPark #Hikingtrip #Girlstrip #Moab 153 10 Open 153 10 Load More Let's Do This Starting from $2,399 Book Now Save $200 with our Early Bird Discounts! Just book at least 6 Months in Advance. Discount is automatically applied. Non-Refundable Deposit: $200 due at booking to secure your spot Questions About Moab? Book a call with our Destination + Guest Experience Manager, Amy, or fill out the form below. Name(Required) First Name Last Name Email(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email Send us your Moab and Arches questions!(Required)NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In Her Words Quincy S.How can a person rate or review what finding a little bit peace and clarity is like?I have had the pleasure of being on two EC trips since October 2024.My first trip was in October of 2024 to Moab with guides Katie and Nikki.That trip changed my life.It is my belief that everyone signing up for an EC trip is searching for something. It just happens to be a little different for everyone.I happened to be searching for me.Who would have guessed that I would find her in the quiet and in the beauty of Utah with a group of strangers.That trip reminded me that I am not just a wife, and momma. It helped me to filter out most of the crap floating around in my head and just focus on me for a few days.My second trip with EC was in September of this year with Christina and Nikki in Yosemite.Christina and Nikki, were the perfect guides for that trip, they were just what I needed. (shoutout to Nikki for being on my last trip and remembering that I love to eat PB sammies on white bread while I hike!)Yosemite with all of the women on that trip was an experience I will never forget, because I almost didnât go.But I am so glad that I did.I needed all of it, the adventure, the laughs, the beauty, and the opportunity to feel a little more like myself.Pressing pause on home life and getting out of your comfort zone takes some courage, but with the help of EC and some absolute kick ass women I did it and so can you.Thank you, EC, for helping me find a little more of myself of these amazing trips.QuincyHelene M.Had an incredible experience hiking in Moab and Arches National Park. The guides handled everything and took great care of us.Mary CMy trip to Moab was stellar! Accommodations, activities and food were all excellent. I saw the beautiful landscape as advertised, but I actually received something even better- the bond of new friendships. Our guides Mary and Stephanie facilitated the whole trip like the pros they are. I can hardly wait for my next outing with Explorer Chicks!💕Alex B.What an absolutely incredible experience! Christina and Hannah did such an incredible job leading our group through Moab. This was the best experience of my life and i absolutely recommend it!!!Christine R.I'd give 10 stars if that was an option. My hiking trip to Moab was an amazing experience. Guides, Mary and Steph took it levels above what I expected. I came home tired, educated and rejuvenated with 8 new amazing women friends.Dawn Julian M.I just got back from the Moab/Arches trip, and wow, what a fantastic adventure! Kayla and Jess were incredible, making every moment super enjoyable. It was such a treat to just relax and soak in the experience without worrying about the details. Iâm definitely booking with Explorer Chick again!Monika M.I explored Arches and Canyonlands National parks solo with 6 other women and two fabulous guides, Katie and Kayla with EC. I felt immediately comfortable with our group and found it very rewarding and retreat like. We hiked, we kareoked, we laughed, and did the challenging things, it was so worth it. This company makes great lady adventures and you donât have to lift a finger just your feet. You will not regret this trip. Loved it.JulieFirst Explorer Chick trip to Moab and Arches. Our guide Christina was wonderful. She was very familiar with the area and was able to switch the days of certain hikes to accommodate weather delays at the start. The trip included a great group of women which made it even more enjoyable. Trekking poles were really useful for our long hike in the Needles district. Our guide had a few extras for those that didnât bring them. I was able to get laundry done on the third day, so I could have packed less clothes.Jennifer L.Just finished an amazing trip to Moab and Arches with Christina and an awesome group of 9 other women. This was my first trip solo and all the women were so supportive of each other. We went places I could never have the courage to do alone. Everything was so well planned and Christina was so great at changing itinerary on the fly when weather got in the way. Will definitely be booking another trip soon.Kaylee M.This was my first solo trip and it was an unforgettable experience. Our guides Katie and Nicole had everything planned to a T. The views were amazing and the group of women made it a trip with endless laughter. If youâre debating going on a solo trip, look no further. 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